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Name
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BaTi₆(V,Cr)₈(Si₂O₇)O₂₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Triclinic
Crystal system
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7–7.5
Mohs hardness
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4.624
Specific gravity
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Black
Streak
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Resinous. Bireflectance: Weak to moderate. Anisotropism: Weak
Luster
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None
Cleavage
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P-1
Space group
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Structural group
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Bsv · Approved
IMA
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2006
Named in
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Black; weak cream white in reflected light
Typical colors
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Ba · Ti · V · Cr · Si · O
Elements
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